The Construction Beat: Vaccine incentives, President Biden’s NLRB nomination and the boom in blue-collar jobs

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This week, we’re bringing you updates on COVID-19 vaccine incentives, President Biden’s NLRB nomination and the boom in blue-collar jobs.

Contractors consider COVID-19 vaccine incentives for hesitant workers

Regarding COVID-19 vaccines, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s position has generally been that employers may mandate employees to get the vaccine. However, many contractors are considering giving employees incentives if they voluntarily receive the vaccine. The legal parameters around such incentives are intricate. Be sure to consult an attorney prior to incentivizing a COVID-19 vaccine.

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President Biden nominates former deputy counsel, Jennifer Abruzzo, for NLRB general counsel

Jennifer Abruzzo was nominated by President Biden to be general counsel of the National Labor Relations Board. In this role, Abruzzo brings experience and familiarity with the NLRB. This nomination comes after President Biden fired former NLRB General Counsel Peter Robb on his first day in office. Americans should expect Abruzzo to face a confirmation battle in the Senate.

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Blue-collar jobs boom as COVID-19 boosts housing and e-commerce demand

While demand in many industries across the world continues to stagger, the U.S.’s blue-collar workforce continues to surge past pre-pandemic levels, particularly in residential construction.

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The Texas storm: Guidance for contractors

Texas contractors may be experiencing a variety of impacts to projects following the February 2021 snow and ice storm. Possible impacts include site damage, delays or supply production interruptions. Find out what contractors can do to avoid losses, mitigate such impacts and prepare for the future.

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COVID-19: U.S. State Policy Report

As COVID-19 infection numbers decrease, local and state governments are beginning to shift their policies and guidance on reopening economies. Find out the latest reopening information for states such as Colorado, New York, North Carolina, Washington and several others with this all-in-one report.

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